Liam Scott

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: liam.scott@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: liamscottbio

Summary

Four years of hands-on experience as a Biological Technician, proficient in executing complex laboratory procedures such as PCR, ELISA, and cell culture techniques with a focus on precision and data integrity. Successfully contributed to a research project that identified a novel biomarker, reducing diagnostic assay development time by 15% through meticulous sample preparation and analysis. Adept at maintaining stringent quality control standards and operating advanced laboratory instrumentation in a GLP-compliant environment.

Experience

Biological Technician, BioGenetics Ireland -- Dublin, Ireland

Mar 2021 – present

• Performed molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and gel electrophoresis for genetic sequencing projects, processing up to 100 samples daily.

• Managed and maintained cell cultures (mammalian and bacterial) for various experimental assays, ensuring aseptic conditions and optimal cell viability.

• Operated and troubleshot sophisticated laboratory equipment such as flow cytometers, spectrophotometers, and automated liquid handlers, minimizing downtime by 10%.

• Assisted in the development and validation of new diagnostic assays, contributing to a 5% improvement in assay sensitivity.

• Maintained accurate and detailed laboratory records and data logs, ensuring compliance with GLP and internal quality standards.

Junior Biological Technician, Pharmatech Research -- Cork, Ireland

June 2019 – Feb 2021

• Prepared reagents, media, and buffers according to standard operating procedures, supporting daily laboratory operations.

• Assisted senior technicians with immunological assays (ELISA, Western Blot) and immunohistochemistry, contributing to a project on autoimmune disease markers.

• Conducted routine equipment calibration and maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and extending equipment lifespan by 15%.

• Managed laboratory inventory, including ordering and stocking supplies, which reduced material wastage by 8%.

• Participated in data collection and preliminary analysis, contributing to weekly research progress reports.

Education

University College Dublin, BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2015 – May 2019

Skills

Laboratory Techniques: PCR, qPCR, ELISA, Western Blot, DNA/RNA Extraction, Cell Culture, Flow Cytometry, Microscopy, Gel Electrophoresis, Immunohistochemistry, Aseptic Technique

Instrumentation: Spectrophotometers, Automated Liquid Handlers, Centrifuges, pH Meters, Incubators, Autoclaves, Bio-safety Cabinets

Data Analysis & Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), GraphPad Prism, basic statistical analysis, LIMS systems

Quality & Compliance: GLP, GDP, SOP Development, Quality Control, Laboratory Safety